Orzo with Garbanzo Beans, Goat Cheese and Basil

Orzo with Garbanzo Beans, Goat Cheese and Basil

Quick and easy, this recipe is handy for weeknights. Fresh herbs add exceptional flavor and are rich in nutrients.  Since ancient times they’ve been used for their health benefits. Now science is discovering their unique antioxidants, essential oils,...
Cumin Quinoa and Garbanzo

Cumin Quinoa and Garbanzo

I like the combination of rice and quinoa, and this dish can be more interesting using wild rice or red quinoa if it is available. But for quicker cooking on a busy night, you can use a single grain (either brown rice or quinoa). You can also make this with another...
Spicy Kale and Garbanzo Stew

Spicy Kale and Garbanzo Stew

This hearty chili-like stew is loaded with flavor. It’s delicious the first night, even tastier the next day and is one of my favorites to freeze for weeknights when I won’t have time to cook dinner. The trick is to remember to take it out of the freezer...
Moroccan Tagine with Chicken and Garbanzo

Moroccan Tagine with Chicken and Garbanzo

Tagine is a Moroccan stew that takes its name from the earthen pot in which it is slow cooked.  Although I don’t have a tagine pot, the dish has become a regular item in both weekly family meals and entertaining menus because of the colors, the flavors and the...